Bean & Pineapple Soft Tacos

By cserumga

1 taco (calculated without optional toppings) equals 236 calories, 4 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 479 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 7 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
• 10 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
• Sliced avocado, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Details

Servings 10
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

•Mash half of the beans; set aside.

• In a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Add the pineapple, salsa, chilies, mashed beans and remaining beans; heat through. Stir in cilantro.

• Place 1/2 cup filling on one side of each tortilla. Add toppings of your choice; fold in half. Serve immediately.